What kinds of projects require Section 106 review and how are they affected by Section 106?

What kinds of projects require Section 106 review and how are they affected by Section 106?

Section 106 applies to projects where there is federal involvement. If such project could adversely impact historic resources, the agency is required to consult with SHPO and other interested parties in an attempt to reduce or eliminate the impacts.

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Andrew Shaffer is the California Preservation Foundation’s Engagement Director. His job includes sharing stories of CPF’s work and collaborating with members and partner organizations on preservation issues across California. Prior to joining CPF, he studied at the University of San Francisco and the University of Wisconsin, where he specialized in LGBTQ history, preservation, and activism. Andrew is a transplant to San Francisco and loves showing off his adopted hometown to people from all over the world.